You vacuum the floors. You wipe the counters. You even scrub the bathroom until it smells lemony fresh. But some of the dirtiest items in your home? They’re hanging quietly by the windows or tucked neatly at the foot of your bed.
Curtains, comforters, washable rugs and pillows are some of the most germ-prone items in the home yet they’re often the last to be washed. Over time they quietly collect bacteria, dust mites, pet dander, pollen and allergens often without ever looking dirty. Taking care of these larger household items requires extra attention and with the right approach to bulky laundry care you can keep your fabrics truly clean, fresh and well cared for.
At Wash Works Laundromat that approach includes our SanoWash ozone injection system, an advanced wash technology designed to help eliminate germs, bacteria and odors deep within fabrics even in
hard-to-wash items.
Curtains: The Dust Catchers You Forget About
Curtains work hard catching dust from open windows, absorbing cooking odors and collecting allergens carried through the air. In homes with pets or smokers they also tend to hold onto hair and dander over time.
According to cleaning experts at the American Cleaning Institute and Consumer Reports curtains should be washed every three to six months to help reduce bacteria and allergens. The challenge is that most home washing machines simply aren’t large enough to clean them thoroughly.
That’s where our commercial-grade machines at Wash Works Laundromat come in. Our high-capacity washers give curtains room to move freely so dirt, allergens and germs can be lifted away instead of redistributed. With the added power of our SanoWash ozone injection system ozone is infused into the wash water to help neutralize bacteria, odors and microorganisms trapped deep in curtain fibers without leaving behind chemical residues.
Washable Rugs: A Germ Magnet Under Your Feet
Washable rugs may look clean but they’re a hot spot for E. coli, staph bacteria and mold spores. Shoes track in germs from outside while spills and pet accidents soak deep into rug fibers.
Even when a rug fits into a home washer it may not receive the deep clean it needs. Larger rugs require more water, stronger agitation and just as important proper drying to prevent bacteria growth. At Wash Works our SanoWash ozone system works alongside powerful wash cycles to help break down bacteria and odor-causing microbes at the source while reverse-action dryers lift and tumble rugs continuously for even thorough drying.
Using oversized machines combined with ozone-enhanced washing helps ensure rugs are deeply cleaned, fully dried and free from hidden moisture pockets where mildew and bacteria thrive.
Comforters: Clean Sheets Don’t Mean a Clean Bed
You wash your sheets regularly but what about the comforter? Comforters absorb sweat, body oils, dead skin cells and dust mites night after night creating an environment where allergens can build up.
According to health and allergy experts dust mites thrive in warm humid bedding and their waste products are a common trigger for allergic reactions, nasal congestion and asthma symptoms especially in children and older adults. Regular laundering ideally in hot water helps remove these allergens and reduce irritation and respiratory issues.
Most comforters should be washed every two to three months yet many go untouched because they’re too bulky for home machines. At Wash Works Laundromat our large-capacity washers and dryers are built specifically for comforters and blankets. Combined with our SanoWash ozone injection system comforters receive a deeper clean that helps eliminate bacteria and odor-causing germs while leaving fabrics feeling fresher and lighter.
Pillows: Fluffy on the Outside, Funky on the Inside
Pillows may look innocent but they can harbor millions of bacteria. Sweat, drool, makeup and dead skin cells seep inside creating an ideal environment for dust mites and microbes.
Most washable pillows should be cleaned every three to six months. Our commercial washers not only handle the size but also rinse more thoroughly and with ozone-enhanced washing bacteria and odors trapped inside pillow fillings are broken down more effectively than with detergent alone.
Why a Laundromat Makes the Difference
Home washers are great for everyday loads but they’re not designed for oversized items or deep sanitation. Overloading them can lead to poor cleaning, lingering odors and trapped moisture.
A modern laundromat like Wash Works offers:
• High-capacity commercial washers
• SanoWash ozone injection technology to help eliminate germs and odors
• Hot water cycles that support deep sanitation
• Powerful dryers that fully remove moisture
• Plenty of space for bulky household items
If you’re already making the trip washing multiple large items at once can save both time and money while giving your home a deeper level of clean.
If you’re already making the trip, consider washing multiple large items at once to save time and money.
A Cleaner Home Starts With What You Can’t See
Germs don’t always announce themselves with stains or smells. Often they hide deep within the fabrics we touch every day. If your home feels stuffy or allergies flare up it may be time to look at what hasn’t been washed in a while.
Curtains, rugs, comforters and pillows benefit from the combination of commercial-grade equipment and ozone-enhanced washing at Wash Works Laundromat. When it comes to bulky household items we make it easy to get a cleaner fresher result from the inside out.
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